13 May Iran war takes colour out of Japanese chips packaging
Calbee turns to black‑and‑white packs as Iran war squeezes global ink supplies....
More results...
21 Mar Putting function first in multiple food packaging
Food packaging specialist AGQPE focuses on practical, end-to-end solutions for fresh produce and food manufacturers. From tray sealing machinery and films to containers and shelf-life technologies, the company delivers fit-for-purpose, flexible packaging systems....
16 Mar Obituary: Gill Loubser – trade publishing legend (1943-2025)
On Dec 4, 2025, food/packaging/pharma trade publishing doyenne, Gill Loubser, passed away - here's an obituary on this legendary lady, published in the magazine she co-founded, Packaging & Print Media (PPM)...
14 Mar Smartfill open-sources refill technology to accelerate uptake
Will this be a moonshot moment for refill?
15 Dec Pantone’s Color of the Year 2026 and how it aligns in food & bev
For the first time since the program began in 1999, Pantone has selected a white hue, a choice that reflects broader cultural and commercial shifts toward simplicity, calm and intentionality....
30 Nov Propak Cape 2026 – bigger and better!
The dates for Propak Cape 2026 have been announced - with the CTICC once again hosting this regarded trade cog for the food, wine, packaging, agribusiness, processing sectors....
30 Nov Gold Pack Winners 2025!
Over the past five decades, SA's Gold Pack Awards have become the packaging industry’s premier stage to celebrate innovation and excellence.....
19 Oct Neuropackaging: decoding the consumer brain
Neuropackaging — the application of neuroscience to packaging design — is emerging as a powerful tool for FMCG marketers seeking to understand not just what consumers say they like, but how they actually respond at a subconscious level....
13 Aug Plastic backlash or paper pushback?
Fast food brands and convenience meal retailers in SA are wrestling with the realities of rising costs and shrinking margins – and packaging decisions are often caught in the crossfire.
27 May Shoprite in-house team develops SA’s first recyclable 7kg potato bags
The Shoprite Group has solved a challenging and complex packaging recycling problem....
08 Apr Bidvest unveils Bidvest Labels at Propak Africa 2025
Bidvest made a significant industry announcement at Propak Africa 2025, unveiling the launch of Bidvest Labels, a move that cements its position as a leader in the labelling sector.
06 Apr Propak Africa delivers a powerful showcase of cutting-edge packaging innovations
Propak Africa 2025, in your editor's opinion, was the best ever - a fantastic showcase of packaging and food processing tech....
03 Apr Pointers to good packaging design
Packaging is an intrinsic part of the food industry. The golden rule of good creative packaging design is the same as it’s always been: Put people first. Here’s what that looks like in 2025.....
03 Mar Latest in food processing, packaging and labelling on show at Propak Africa 2025!
Latest developments in food processing, packaging and labelling will be on show, at Propak Africa 2025....
15 Jan Bisphenol A ban adopted by European Commission
The use of BPA in foodbev packaging is now outlawed in Europe.....
04 Dec Gold Pack Awards 2024 – SA’s packaging Oscar’s
The Institute of Packaging SA recently held its Gold Pack awards, the annual event showcasing SA's packaging excellence and innovation, with many laureates in the foodbev sectors.....
04 Dec RFG’s Hinds Spices rings the changes
Posted at 11:35h
in Condiments and Sauces, Latest Packaging News, Latest SA News, New Product Stuff
0 Comments
Some bolstering of this popular brand likely to strengthen its position in the growing spices category....
12 Nov Propak Africa 2025: get ready for innovation and opportunity
Propak Africa 2025, a premier event in packaging, printing, food processing, plastics, and labelling, will be held from 11-14 March at Johannesburg’s Expo Centre....
31 Jul SAPRO Awards for the Best Recycled Plastic Products 2024
Calling all plastics industry stakeholders! The SA Plastics Recycling Organisation (SAPRO) encourages any producers of products containing recycled plastic content to enter their solutions into these awards....
15 Jul At 50, is the barcode nearing retirement?
This month marks 50 years since commerce met the barcode, a visual symbol whose impact on business has been far more than symbolic....